Note: The Fresh Fries Factory has been REBORN in to Savoy! The previously known and loved ‘Fresh Fries Factory’ has been reborn as ‘Savoy’ and is bigger and better than ever. The best fish and chips in Seomyeon is back after a short hiatus, with a couple of additions to the menu, the quality is […]

Caffeine and Sugar By Laura Teague Two things guaranteed to get you through a particularly dull week: coffee and cake. It’s unbelievable how many coffee chains there are in Busan, and new ones are springing up all the time. For anyone wanting a little more from their coffee experience than the usual chain-shop-fare, here’s the […]

By Fiona Van Tyne Working out is just that, work. Why not ditch the treadmill and join the new Latin dance inspired aerobics craze ZUMBA! Zumba is a latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, dance-fitness party! FEEL THE MUSIC, AND LET LOOSE!!! Before you start “Oh I can’t dance” “ I am too embarrassed” “I don’t like other […]

BY MONIQUE SMITH Always Good Yes Soju Bar is an energetic dance bar where you can dance, drink, and have great conversations. The great thing about this place is they will play music for about 30 minutes, everyone gets up and dances, the manager orchestrates dance competitions on the “main stage”, the winners get free […]

BY SAMANTHA TUCKER IACOVETTO The Posh Nosh look is warehouse chic. Exposed concrete walls are covered with colorful, eclectic art. The large, open space houses paint-splattered wooden tables and chairs. Wire baskets filled with lightbulbs make for intriguing chandeliers. The charm of Posh Nosh is enhanced by a lovely stone-stepping pond in the back and […]

BY ALLISON DIXON With a name like 생선 대가리 – Fish Head, in English – this small restaurant in a back alley of Seomyeon might not seem like the best dinner pick. However, the English name is a bit deceiving, as fish heads are not on the menu. Provided you like seafood, you might find […]

Word on the street is these guys are closed. Bummer too, because this place rocks. Try to find their other locations if they’re still around! BY ALLISON DIXON Finding a fried chicken restaurant in Busan, or anywhere in Korea, is not exactly the world’s most difficult task. Fried chicken joints are about as abundant in […]

BY ALLISON DIXON I’m no vegetarian, but after gorging myself shamelessly on burgers, pizza, and beer, I sometimes crave a lighter, healthier meal. While the Loving Hut is always a good option for a healthy meat-free meal, there are only so many times one can comfortably eat at a restaurant that broadcasts 24/7 news coverage […]

BY ALEX ROCHE This independent coffee shop mini-chain actually has two locations in Nampo that are only about a block from each other, and one in Seomyeon. All three of the shops offer great coffee and herbal tea. If you’re an espresso fan be sure to try the espresso compania. I love the vanilla latte […]

BY ALLISON DIXON “Rock Will Never Die!!” proclaims a flyer advertising Old Record Bar, Busan’s best — and only — vinyl bar. In a sea of Ho Bars and WA bars blasting tracks that all seem to inevitably lead into the Party Rock Anthem riff, Old Record Bar is a refreshing change. As a vinyl […]

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**3/21/2014: Matahari is now closed???**12/5/2013: I make cake cafe in Haeundae: Closed?
**11/30/2013: super bummer: BBQ camp (seomyeon) appears to be closed. unconfirmed.
**8/5/2013: Painted Chair Cafe Gallery in Kyungsung: Closed? Can someone please confirm? Shoot us an email!
**3/26/2013: Loving Hut Seomyeon is now closed but there is a new Nampodong location
** 2/26/13: Ayuta in KSU is now a poker place.
**2/3/2013: I know this is late, but CAUTION before you go to the CAVE BAR... It's not what it used to be. New menu, very expensive, but still is in a cave, and still serves dongdongju, as far as I know.
** 2/1/2013: The Box in PNU is now a curry resturant